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Amata’s Statement Honoring the Life of Gov. Lolo Letalu Matalasi Moliga  

March 8, 2026

Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement honoring the life and public service of Governor Lolo Letalu Matalasi Moliga.

“I am saddened by the passing of Governor Lolo Letalu Matalasi Moliga. He was a strong and decisive leader. Even more importantly, he was a man of faith. 

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Lolo with his wife Cynthia and Congresswoman Amata

Governor Lolo with his wife Cynthia and Congresswoman Amata

“I worked with Governor Lolo often in his eight years leading our territory, and I always had great respect for him, and for the will of our people who twice elected him Governor. He was an educator, a businessman, and a longtime dedicated leader among our people, including several key leadership roles before serving as Governor. He has a secure place in American Samoa’s history. 

“My deepest condolences to his dear widow Cynthia Moliga, their daughters, grandsons and the entire family and close friends, and to all the people of American Samoa. We mourn his passing, but remember his life, and we are comforted by our knowledge of his faith. May God bless and be near in this time, as he rests in honored peace.”

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